eccentricity

Meanings

• Adjective

  A quality of an individual or group that deviates markedly from an ordinary or usual type.

  - "The eccentric behavior of the artist was a source of fascination for many."
  - "Despite his eccentricities, he was a brilliant inventor."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɛk.sɛnˈtɹɪs.ɪ.ti/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with eccentricity
centricity , hystercity , soliloquy

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Variants

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eccentricities , eccentricity

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Etymology

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From the Latin eccentricus, meaning 'outside the center'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'eccentric' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. The term 'eccentric' was originally used to describe objects that moved in elliptical orbits around the sun.

3. The eccentricities of some animals, such as the platypus and the spider monkey, are so unique that they were once thought to be hoaxes.

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Related Concepts

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1. Nonconformity: The act of not conforming to social norms or expectations. Eccentricity is a form of nonconformity that is often more noticeable or extreme.

2. Quirkiness: A quality of being strange or unusual in a charming or amusing way. Eccentricity can be seen as a more pronounced or noticeable form of quirkiness.

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Culture

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In literature, eccentric characters are often used to add depth and intrigue to a story. In art, eccentricity can be expressed through unconventional styles or subject matter. In music, eccentricity can manifest as experimental sounds or unconventional performances.

How to Memorize "eccentricity"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person who stands out from the crowd, with unusual habits or appearances. Visualize this person's eccentricities in detail.
   - Visualize a circle with an object outside of its center. This object represents an eccentric individual or thing.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'eccentric' with the image of a bohemian artist or a mad scientist. Associate it with unusual behaviors or appearances.
   - Associate the word 'eccentric' with the idea of being unique or one-of-a-kind.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Outside the center, that's eccentricity.', or 'Eccentric means outside the norm.'

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